On many weekends throughout the year, SRF monastics lead specially prepared How-to-Live Retreat programs, tailored for those who are studying and practicing the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through the SRF Lessons.

These programs are held at Self-Realization Fellowship Retreat locations (listed below). In addition, How-to-Live Retreat programs are held at various other facilities around the world. (Click here for current schedule)

During these weekends, retreatants take part in a more concentrated program that includes, along with the regular activities already mentioned, longer periods of meditation, review and practice of the SRF meditation techniques, and classes on various aspects of the Self-Realization Fellowship teachings.

Conducted weekend retreats begin Friday evening and conclude Sunday afternoon. Because of the number of requests received for participation in conducted retreats, it is important that reservations be made well in advance.